At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead patient recovery through tailored treatment plans and clinical assessments.
- Company: Priory Hospital Nelson House, a supportive rehabilitation service in Gosport.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, healthcare benefits, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a collaborative team culture with pathways to leadership roles.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: HCPC registered with experience in mental health and supervision of junior staff.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44962 £ per year.
Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: Nelson House
Compensation: £35,118 / year
Priory Hospital Nelson House has an opportunity for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join our team. Located in Gosport, Hampshire, Priory Hospital Nelson House is a rehabilitation service which offers both level 1 and level 2 care, supporting males presenting with mental health conditions and complex needs, who may also have behaviours that challenge and substance misuse issues.
What you'll be doing
- Play a key part in patient recovery, supporting the assessment and delivery of tailored treatment plans while ensuring dignity, respect, and high standards of care.
- Lead the assessment, treatment, and evaluation of patients with complex physical, neurological, or mental health needs, developing person‑centred care plans to maximise independence and quality of life.
- Provide clinical leadership and supervision to junior occupational therapists, support staff, and students, promoting high standards of practice and professional development.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, liaising with patients, families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to coordinate effective and timely care.
- Carry out specialist assessments for equipment, adaptations, moving and handling, and discharge planning to ensure safe transitions and reduce the risk of hospital readmission.
- Maintain accurate clinical records, contribute to service improvement initiatives, and ensure practice complies with professional standards, legislation, and organisational policies.
What you'll bring to the role
Essential for the role – Senior Occupational Therapist Candidates must be HCPC registered and hold a Diploma in Occupational Therapy, or a degree, honours degree, or Master’s in Occupational Therapy, or have completed formal postgraduate study (award or non‑award bearing). They must also have prior experience working in mental health services as a qualified member of staff, experience supervising Occupational Therapists or Occupational Therapy Assistants and students, and training in relevant models of practice such as MoHO, VdTMoCA, and Sensory Integration.
What we will give you in return
- Healthcare benefits
- Free on‑site parking
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Birthday Holiday – Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
Senior Occupational Therapist in Lee-on-the-Solent employer: PRIORY GROUP
At Priory Group in Folkestone, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values compassion and dedication. Our supportive work culture fosters personal and professional growth, offering extensive training opportunities to empower our Waking Night Support Workers in delivering high-quality care. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents while enjoying a flexible work environment that prioritises your well-being.
